Movies and TV shows casting in Kentucky

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April 9, 2025

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Movies and TV shows casting in Kentucky

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.

Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows are casting roles near you. Backstage compiled a list of projects casting right now in Kentucky, neighboring states, and nationwide, and which roles they're looking to fill.

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'A Tale of Two'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Hugo (supporting, male, 35-50)
--- Sable (supporting, male, 40-50)
- Average hourly rate: $18
- Casting locations: Louisville
- Learn more about the short film here

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'America Lasting Impressions'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- LINDA (lead, female, 18-25)
--- MARY (lead, female, 13-16)
--- JULIA (supporting, female, 13-17)
- Average hourly rate: $50
- Casting locations: La Grange
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Lowball'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Jenna (day player, 18-30)
--- Mary Ann (lead, 18-30)
- Average hourly rate: $75
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'The Girl With No Talent'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Steve Cam (supporting, male, 35-45)
- Average hourly rate: not available
- Casting locations: nationwide
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Wake Up, Lilly'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- Alex (day player, 18-21)
--- Lilly (lead, female, 18-23)
--- Katherine (supporting, female, 28-45)
- Average hourly rate: $15
- Casting locations: Chicago, Illinois
- Learn more about the short film here

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'One Step Closer to Hell'

- Project type: feature film
- Roles:
--- Supporting Roles (supporting, 18-100)
--- Rosalie (supporting, female, 30-100)
- Average hourly rate: not available
- Casting locations: Chicago, Illinois; Saint Charles, Illinois
- Learn more about the feature film here

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'Deadly Deals'

- Project type: short film
- Roles:
--- The Intern (supporting, 18-30)
--- Danny Dynamo (lead, male, 35-55)
--- Audience Members (background extra, 18-100)
- Average hourly rate: $12
- Casting locations: Chicago, Illinois
- Learn more about the short film here